Last year we asked…
Who Took Mary Out of Christmas?
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THis Year, Join Garden of Even™ for Shchedryk: A reimagining of the Christmas story that brings (Mother) Mary and Olha Kobylianska into conversation across centuries.
From the hills of Nazareth to the Carpathian mountains, their stories reveal a shared truth:
history is changed by those willing to trust thier revolutionary visions for a better world.
program highlights
Join us for immersive storytelling to understand how Mary and Olha gave us a new way of stepping into ourselves this holiday season.
Rooted in the spirit of Shchedryk—the Ukrainian composition that travelled the world as the well known Carol of the Bells—the evening also celebrates the beauty and depth of Ukrainian holiday traditions.
Seasonal music, original art, storytelling, and cultural ritual are woven throughout the evening, creating a gathering that feels both ancient and very relevant today.
The evening features a curated Garden of Even™ exhibition, including a newly commissioned portrait of Olha Kobylianska by Ukrainian artist Daria Haltazova.
Together, the art and storytelling invite audiences into a deeper encounter with cultural history and the enduring power of visionary women.
Positioned at the threshold of the holiday season and the new year, Shchedryk is an invitation to reflect on the stories that shape us, the visions we carry, and the worlds we are capable of bringing into being.
What to expect:
On December 2nd, join us for an immersive event with
A reimagining of the Christmas story celebrating the full spectrum of women’s agency, power, curiosity and consent, where Olha Kobylianska and (mother) Mary meet across centuries.
An exploration of Kobylianska’s life and work introducing audiences to the depth of her’s and Ukrainian cultural and intellectual history, placed in dialogue with one of the most familiar stories in the world.
Fireside chat placing Mary’s and Olha’s story in today’s context exploring the themes outlined in keynote.
Seasonal music and entertainment showcasing Ukrainian cultural holiday traditions.
Bespoke Holiday Reception/Celebration in a curated space with the Garden of Even™ Exhibition showcasing the newly commissioned portrait of Olha Kobylianska.
Premium wine and bites
Garden of Even™ curated marketplace
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Join Garden of Even™ for a reimagining of the Christmas story—where Olha Kobylianska and Mary meet across centuries, and a revolutionary vision comes to life